The Atari Lynx is a handheld video game console that was released in 1989 by Atari Corporation. It was one of the first color handheld consoles and was designed to compete with the Nintendo Game Boy, which had been released a few months earlier.
The Atari Lynx featured a large color LCD screen and was one of the first handheld consoles to support multiplayer gaming, with the ability to link up to 8 consoles together. It also had a unique design that allowed for left- or right-handed use, as well as the ability to rotate the screen.
The console launched with a strong library of games, including ports of popular arcade games such as Gauntlet and Rampage, as well as original titles like California Games and Blue Lightning. However, the Lynx faced stiff competition from the Game Boy, which was more affordable and had a much longer battery life.
The Atari Lynx was discontinued in 1995, and only around 3 million units were sold during its lifespan. However, it remains a cult classic among retro gaming enthusiasts, and its unique design and impressive technical features continue to make it a sought-after collector’s item.